KELLETT
Kellett
Kellett is a surname of Norman origin, believed to have been introduced to England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The surname is thought to be of locational origin, deriving from places in Lancashire, Yorkshire, and Lincolnshire, where the name can be traced back to the medieval period.
The name "Kellett" is derived from the Old Norse personal name "Ketill," meaning cauldron or helmet. The addition of the Old English word "hey" or "leigh," meaning a fenced area, suggests that the name could refer to a place where a ketill was kept or manufactured.
The Kellett surname can be found throughout the United Kingdom, particularly in the northern regions where it has historical roots. The name has since spread to other English-speaking countries as a result of emigration and migration.
Famous individuals bearing the Kellett surname include notable figures in various fields such as academics, arts, and sports.
In modern times, the Kellett surname continues to be borne by numerous families across the United Kingdom, reflecting the rich historical tapestry of British surnames and their cultural significance.
There are approximately 4,909 people named Kellett in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,922nd most common surname in Britain. Around 75 in a million people in Britain are named Kellett.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Thomas
Female
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jane
- Linda
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Rachel
- Sarah
- Susan
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